1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 71 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
